Posts Tagged ‘busy mom’

Get Organized with the Free Printable Back to School Calendar

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

Click the image to Download & Print the 2009/2010 School Calendar

With the kids back in school now, it’s time for mom to get everyone organized and back into the normal routine of the school year.

A great way to get organized for the new year is to make one central calendar that will have all of your school related events and activities on it.

I would recommend posting the calendar on your fridge, on a central bulletin board or somewhere that the whole family can see and access it.

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Printable School Information Template for your Household Planner

Friday, September 4th, 2009

Click the image to Download the School Information Template for 1 Child

Click the image to Download the School Information Template for 2 Children

After the emotional day of sending my baby off to the all day Pre-K at the big school, I knew I had to have a special place in my Household Planner for my kids’ teacher’s contact information. (Just in case I have to check in on my little man:) I also included a section for coaches and other instructors information that we may need throughout the year!

Now all of these important school related phone numbers are on one easy-to-locate page in my Household Planner.

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Back to School Comfort for Moms - “Just Playing” Poem by Anita Wadley

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

I received this poem from my son’s Pre-K teacher and wanted to share it with all you other moms who have little ones heading off to school!

Thanks Miss Laura - you are the best:)

Just Playing

By Anita Wadley

When I’m a building in the block room,
Please don’t say, “I’m just playing”
For, you see, I’m learning as I play
About balance and shapes.

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Unique Handcrafted Lisa Leonard Jewelery Giveaway at Simple Mom

Tuesday, September 1st, 2009

Today I wanted to share a giveaway that is going on over at one of my favorite blogs… Simple Mom. You can enter to win one of three $50 gift certificates to Lisa Leonard Designs, Lisa has some fabulous unique and handcrafted jewelery. (Ok - I also get a second chance to win by sharing this with my readers:)

Lisa Says: Create a custom mommy necklace or a piece with a meaningful phrase or date to wear near your heart. Have a look around, we know you’ll find the perfect thing!

Our handmade jewelry is meaningful, unique and perfect for everyday. Each piece is hand-cut, hammered, antiqued and polished sterling silver.

This Mama Necklace, shown here is one of my favorite pieces, I love it! So you can head on over to Simple Mom and leave a comment over at Simple Mom to win! You have until Friday, Sept 4, 11:59 pm to enter.